Willow has completely changed my life around because I used to not be able to walk into a store and now I can without having an anxiety attack and it's incredibly powerful and my mom will look at me and be like, we've got our daughter back.

Oh, beautiful. Having that confidence is so great to have again because I have a dog who will protect me

when I feel like I'm at my most vulnerable.

You're listening to God Hears Her, a podcast for women where we explore the stunning truth that God hears you,

he sees you, and he loves you because you are his.

Find out how these realities free you today on God Hears Her.

Welcome to God Hears Her.

I'm Elisa Morgan. And I'm Aaron Eddy. What has tragedy looked like

in your life? Have you faced any hardships out of your control, like the loss of a family

member or a battle with post-traumatic stress disorder? Or do you feel like you haven't had any

tragedies in your life? Well, today, we're talking

with someone who has faced a lot of loss and pain from tragedies in her life. Our conversation with

Julia Pinkster allowed for a reflection of her story and the many tragedies that she's faced.

Julia grew up in Kalamazoo, Michigan and is now at

Kalamazoo Valley Community College to pursue a degree in paramedicine. She has a service dog named

Willow who's inspired her to become involved in raising and training dogs for police canine units.

Her faith is so incredibly important to her

and has been her biggest rock during her darkest times.

We want to let you know that the conversation today

includes some triggering language about death and suicide.

Please call the suicide hotline at 988 for immediate help or visit their website,

988 lifeline.org. If you or someone you love needs help, we also want to take this opportunity

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